Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6200
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 160g - 86 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011

Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6200 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon S6200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and S6200 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was unveiled 3 years before the S6200 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SD1200 IS scores vs the S6200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Nikon Coolpix S6200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Nikon S6200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Nikon S6200
SD1200 IS | S6200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Canon SD1200 IS
S6200 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon S6200
SD1200 IS | S6200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys outer measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6200 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon S6200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SD1200 IS and the S6200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and S6200 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and S6200.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S6200 to result in greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6200 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.2-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | 250 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $250 | $229 |